The Pedigree Below Shows the Inheritance Pattern of a Rare

question 34

Multiple Choice

The pedigree below shows the inheritance pattern of a rare X-linked allele for one family. The filled in circles and squares show affected individuals. What is the probability of individual III-2 being born female and affected?

• A) 1/2
• B) 1/3
• C) 1/4
• D) 0

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